Best deal for 5hp compressor pump

[737mechanic]

I need a new compressor pump. I have been looking on the web and I have seen pumps for as low as $129.00 and as high as $500.00.

Does anyone have any suggestions for a good brand pump with good specs. I would prefer American made if that is a possibility anymore. If not at least a brand that oversees its quality control and stands behind its product.

I am replacing a craftsman pump that after 29 years finally quit. The specs for the pump that quit is 11.5cfm at 90psi so I would like one that meets or exceeds that.

 

[kenfain]

What about rebuilding the one that's there? You know it's matched to the tank and motor. It's likely that parts are easily found. Also, it would be a great project.

 

[kams1973]

Look into Saylor Beall 705 or Kellogg American 335 clones.

 

[737mechanic]

KenFain, I have checked for parts and the crank is $211.00 the rod is $26.00, the Bearings are $50.00 for both so instead of spending $300.00 on this 29 year old pump I think I would rather buy new one.

Thank you Kams1973 I will check them out.

 

[LG63]

Is your motor by chance 13-15 amps @ 240V? If so you should probably be looking for a 3 HP pump.

 

[737mechanic]

LG65 The motor is a 13amp 240V I never thought of even checking that. The front of the compressor says 5hp so I went with that but a 240v 13 amp is closer to a 3 hp motor. Glad you said something. I might just buy that Ingersoll rand and be done with it.